Driver - St. Louis, MO.

Oats Inc; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

Paid time off (hours-based)

Health insurance after 90 days

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

403(b) Tax-Deferred Annuity

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

OATS Transit, a Missouri-based nonprofit transportation provider, is hiring drivers for minis, vans, and wide-body buses. You will assist riders, secure mobility devices, and ensure safety and cleanliness of assigned vehicles.

The role requires a Class E or CDL with up to 4 points, DOT physical, drug testing, and bondability. It involves physical activity and independent work, with paid training and comprehensive benefits after probation.

Qualifications

• Must be 23 years of age or older.
• Class E or CDL license required with <=4 points.
• Must pass a U.S. DOT physical and road test.
• Must pass drug screening and random drug/alcohol testing.
• Must be bondable and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist riders on and off the bus with respect and courtesy.
• Secure wheelchairs and mobility devices per procedures.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and report issues.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and basic upkeep of equipment.
• Complete required paperwork and submit to regional office promptly.
• Attend routine paid training and follow all rules and regulations.

Skills

CDL license

DOT physical

Drug screening

Bondable

Tablet/computer use

Tools

In-vehicle tablet

Job description

Driver Job DescriptionJoin a team that is making a difference in your community! OATS Transit is a non-profit transportation provider serving thousands of seniors, individuals with disabilities and the rural general public in Missouri. We are hiring for drivers throughout Missouri who are assigned to mini-vans, Ford Transits or a wide body bus.Non-Exempt, Hourly, Variable Hour EmployeeAs an OATS Transit driver you will:Treat riders with respect, dignity and courtesy; drivers are required to assist all riders on and off the bus.Safely secure wheelchairs and other mobility devices and follow all applicable procedures.Be responsible for the excellent condition and cleanliness of an assigned OATS vehicle and equipment.Conduct pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections, and report issues for repairs.Utilize in-vehicle tablet to receive trip information, updates and validate pick-up and drop-off times.Complete required paperwork and submit to regional office in timely manner.Attend routine paid training.Comply with federal/state/company rules and regulations.Qualifications:Must be a minimum of 23 years of age.Class E or CDL license is required with no more than 4 points assessed.Must be able to pass a U.S. DOT physical and road test.Must take and pass drug screening, and undergo random drug/alcohol testing.Must be bondableEvery driver is required to use a computer tablet in their vehicle, so computer experience a plus.Have a proactive, helpful, can-do attitude with the flexibility to adjust to different schedules and routes.Neat, organized, able to work independently.This is an active job that requires many physical demands including sitting, walking, bending, reaching, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying. Must be able to lift and carry packages up to 50 pounds.Benefits:OATS offers a variety of benefits to their employees:Holidays- 13 company-paid holidays observed.Paid Time Off - Program is based on hours worked.Health Insurance- Available after 90th day (excellent rates for spouse & family coverage too.)Dental Insurance- Employee premium as low as $5/month.Vision Insurance - Employee premium as low as $8/month.Life Insurance- Company-paid life insurance for employees working 22+ hours/week.Flexible Spending Account- Cafeteria Plan, Section 125.403(b) Tax-Deferred Annuity Plan- Voluntary retirement plan, no company match.Supplemental Insurance- Employee pays full premium.Employee Assistance Program